Analysis of the use of deep brain stimulation in the treatment of Parkinson's disease

Abstract

The central question of this study was the Analysis of deep brain stimulation (DBS) in the treatment of Parkinson's disease. The need to more deeply understand the benefits and limitations of DBS, especially given its increasing use as the standard treatment for advanced Parkinson's patients, justified this research. Detailed analysis of clinical outcomes and improvements in quality of life provided by DBS could offer valuable information for optimizing treatment protocols and clinical decision-making. This study aimed to address these issues through a comprehensive review of the existing literature, analysis of clinical data, and evaluation of best practices for DBS implementation in Parkinson's disease treatment. The methodology consisted of a qualitative literature review, utilizing sources such as Scielo, Google Scholar, scientific journals, and academic repositories. Relevant studies published in Portuguese, English, and Spanish over the last ten years were included. Inclusion and exclusion criteria ensured the selection of high-quality studies focused on the efficacy of DBS in treating Parkinson's disease. The results demonstrated significant benefits of DBS in improving both motor and non-motor symptoms, with DBS showing superior efficacy compared to other treatments. The study concluded that DBS is a highly effective therapeutic approach for Parkinson's disease, offering substantial improvements in patient quality of life and symptom management, highlighting the need for further research to optimize this treatment modality.